Digital Manager | Communications Assistant

Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragán; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Student loan repayment

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Congresswoman Nanette Barragán's Washington, DC office is seeking a Digital Manager | Communications Assistant to join the communications team. The role supports the Congresswoman’s outreach strategy by drafting social content, newsletters, and media materials.

You will film and edit content, manage posting across platforms, update the site, monitor trends, and coordinate with the Communications Director on rapid-response projects. Strong writing, editing, and digital media skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Experience with social media platforms and tools.
• Ability to create engaging graphics, visuals, and videos.
• Strong interest in digital media and trends.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft social media copy, newsletters, press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, and other materials.
• Turn legislation, district events, constituent stories, and breaking news into digital content.
• Film the Congresswoman and edit content into reels and clips for social media.
• Assist with posting across social media platforms.
• Update and manage the official website.
• Monitor breaking news, media coverage, social media trends, and digital performance.
• Clip and caption TV appearances and speeches, and produce video content.
• Organize photos, videos, graphics, and other digital assets.
• Prepare materials for interviews, press events, and public appearances.
• Maintain press contact lists and support external communications efforts.
• Collaborate with the Communications Director on rapid-response projects.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Tools

Twitter/X

Facebook

Instagram

Bluesky

CapCut

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Location: Washington, DC

Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience

Job Title: Digital Manager | Communications Assistant

Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) is seeking a Digital Manager | Communications Assistant to join our communications team. The Digital Manager | Communications Assistant will work under the office’s Communications Director to carry out the Congresswoman’s communications and outreach strategy. Ideal candidates are motivated self-starters, detail-oriented, highly organized, possess problem-solving skills, thrive in a very fast-paced environment, and are willing to work extended hours and in tight time constraints.

Job Duties:

• Draft social media copy, newsletters, press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, and other communications materials.
• Help turn legislation, district events, constituent stories, and breaking news into engaging digital content.
• Film the Congresswoman and edit content into reels and DTCs to be posted across social media platforms.
• Assist with posting across social media platforms.
• Update and manage the official website.
• Monitor breaking news, media coverage, social media trends, and digital performance.
• Clip and caption TV appearances, floor speeches, long and short form videos, and more.
• Organize photos, videos, graphics, and other digital assets.
• Help track press inquiries and prepare materials for interviews, press events, and public appearances.
• Maintain press contact lists and support external communications efforts.
• Work closely with the Communications Director and broader communications team on rapid-response and other projects.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Experience with social media platforms and tools (e.g., Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, CapCut, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and similar tools)
• Ability to create engaging graphics, visuals, and videos
• Strong interest in digital media and trends
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines

Benefits: Health insurance, student loan repayment, and other competitive benefits.

Southern California | Los Angeles Metro area ties, access to a car, and Spanish fluency are a plus.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.